http://www.unitedwayatlanta.org Information provided by United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta en-us Copyright 2009 United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta. All Rights Reserved. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:17:58 GMT Truist RSS Generator 1.0 1440 http://www.unitedwayatlanta.org http://image.volunteersolutions.org/images/cache/000/000/006/358/6358833.jpg Toys For Tots is looking for a volunteer to assist with receptionist duties. Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10334669059 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10334669059 Junior Achievement of Georgia is seeking business and community leaders in Metro Atlanta to volunteer for its JA Fellows program. Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10256935316 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10256935316 On November 27, 2007 from 4-8 pm, SPARC is sponsoring an Open House and Press Conference. Fri, 26 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10253193824 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10253193824 As part of StandUp For Kids' 48 Hours Program, metro Atlanta youth serving partners will bring the community together to build awareness and inspire proactive strategies to respond to the epidemic of homelessness, abuse and exploitation of our youth. Tue, 04 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=17539130 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=17539130 Sunday, April 30, 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm-1st Annual StandUp-A-thon As part of 48 Hours on the Streets, StandUp for Kids will host a StandUp-A-Thon at Centennial Olympic Park. Tue, 04 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=17537102 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=17537102 BRING A FRIEND AND LEND A HAND Come one…come all… to an opportunity of a lifetime! Led by playground designer and builder, Leather and Associates, Gwinnett Tech needs your help to build the outdoor playgrounds for the Early Education Center where 220 children, ages one to five, will play. So…Bring a Friend and Lend a Hand! Wed, 29 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=17208963 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=17208963 Welcome to Midtown, the cultural center of Atlanta, and the 2005 Midtown Neighbors' Association Tour of Homes. Thu, 09 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=15374532 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=15374532 What is Project Overcoat all about? Project Overcoat has been collecting coats/blankets for 18 years. This project is a partnership between the Atlanta Union Mission, Federal Express, FOX 5 – WAGA Atlanta, Lowes Home Improvement, 97.1 JAMZ, KISS 104.1 FM and United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta. The amount of clothing donated is tremendous; approximately 12,055 coats/blankets were collected last year. Mon, 19 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=13613044 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=13613044 Lights, Camera, Action! Here's an opportunity for you to be a shining star while volunteering for Georgia Public Broadcasting's annual taped & televised membership drive.** Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=12567145 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=12567145 The DeKalb Disaster Relief Services Center, located at 1 Lithonia Way, will be open 4 days a week, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thu, 15 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=8512951 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=8512951 Work to help Atlanta area animals that can't afford the cost of life-saving medical treatment at the Atlanta Walk-Run for Animals, October 8, 2005. see http://atlantawalk4animals.com/walk/volunteer.htm for more information. Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=8294980 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=8294980 SWEEP! will be a focused, high-impact event held to celebrate Older American Month in May, 2005. Mon, 02 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=5840805 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=5840805 Rachel's Daughters, Inc. is in need of volunteer host/hostess(es)for our annual Summer Solutions Expo. Fri, 25 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=3853238 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=3853238 Save Perfect, New School Supplies from the Trash: School Supply Recovery Project Tuesday, February 15th, the Atlanta Community Food Bank has a HUGE school supply recovery at the Georgia World Congress Center. Thu, 03 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=3644819 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=3644819 If You Share Our Mission: "To prevent child abuse in all forms." If You Share Our Core Values: *Valuing Children *Strengthening Families *Engaging Communities THEN WE NEED YOU!!!! Wed, 19 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=3569033 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=3569033 National campaign to support prevention of the HIV virus Event date: December 1, 2004 One Earth Foundation announced their national HIV/AIDS prevention initiatives will include the launch of Living for a Cure Wristbands. The red Living for a Cure Wristband symbolizes awareness among humankind in promoting a consciousness about the devastating AIDS disease. The foundation s mission is to reduce the number of individuals infected daily by raising the nation s level of awareness of the H... Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2865300 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2865300 SAY "YES" TO HOLIDAY JOY Tue, 09 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2860237 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2860237 Help The Bridge by selling 50/50 raffle tickets during the September 24, 2004 7:35pm Braves Game VS Florida Marlins. Raffle tickets will only be sold through the 3rd inning. Part of the proceeds benefit The Bridge. Wed, 15 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2539403 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2539403 Several trail maintenance, landscaping, carpentry, and cleaning projects need your volunteer efforts to help us keep Camp Scout Haven beautiful for the 2000 girls who visit it each year! Wed, 25 Aug 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2374218 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2374218 The Foster Children's Foundation Presents: The 9/11 Police and Fire Appreciation Day and Olympix When: September 11, 2004 9:30AM 22 2:30PM Where: River Green Business Park 22 Soccer fields Peachtree Ind. Blvd between Pleasant Hill and Hwy 120 (Behind Kurt's and Vreny's restaurants) Thu, 19 Aug 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2351513 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2351513 Volunteer Expos Volunteer Expos are Hands On Atlanta's new and exciting way to bring together our partnering agencies and our volunteers. Each expo kicks off with a traditional new member orientation. Directly following the orientation, all members, both new and existing, have the opportunity to interact with 10-15 partnering agencies. Volunteers can ask questions, sign up to volunteer, and speak with agency representatives one-on-one. Wed, 18 Aug 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2342954 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2342954 You might be asking What is the Jet PowerPull? Well it is an interactive fundraiser presented by Delta Air lines to support and raise awareness for United Way. Twenty member teams of area businesses will tug a Boeing Jet for 25 feet as quickly as possible. The Team with the fastest "tug" time will be declared the winner. Thu, 29 Jul 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2208736 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2208736 Join Hands On Atlanta and Presenting Sponsor Accenture for the nation's largest city-wide day of service! An estimated 16,000 volunteers will participate in a variety of service projects in and around the metro area. Wed, 28 Jul 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2203977 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2203977 AIDS Walk Atlanta is the southeast's largest AIDS fundraising event, raising over $1 million for people living with HIV/AIDS in Georgia. AIDS Walk Atlanta is a fundraising walk-a-thon that begins and ends in Piedmont Park. Thu, 22 Jul 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2178306 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2178306 If you love to volunteer for a good cause, then what better way to help with the 2004 Sandy Springs Festival? Presented by Heritage Sandy Springs, the Festival promotes community and heritage in Sandy Springs. With over 25,000 people attending, volunteers have proven vital to the Festival, and thousands of volunteer hours go into its production yearly. Thu, 22 Jul 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2178648 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2178648 Gifts In Kind Atlanta (GIK) is a United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta program that connects donated goods with the nonprofit organizations that need them most. The primary mission of this program is to provide donations that support operational costs for non-profits. Additionally, donations help offset nonprofit administrative cost so that more funds can be directed toward serving the community. Thu, 22 Jul 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2178282 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=2178282 The Salvation Army ANGEL TREE program is the largest Christmas assistance program in Atlanta and is entirely volunteer fueled! In 2003 over 27,000 needy children and senior citizens in Metro Atlanta were given hope during the holidays in the form of gifts and food vouchers! Fri, 25 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1887411 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1887411 Atlanta Braves Jerseys off Our Backs Fundraiser Benefiting the Atlanta Braves Foundation and Youth Empowerment America. Fri, 25 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1888911 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1888911 Volunteers are needed to assist over 2,000 Blind and Visually Impaired members and their families from all over the United States attending The National Federation of The Blind June 29, 2004 - July 5, 2004 at the Atlanta Downtown Marriott Marquis Hotel. Mon, 21 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1872711 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1872711 The Atlanta Community ToolBank has created their first ever city-wide multi-agency event. Fri, 11 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1724545 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1724545 Discover the essence of the Caribbean through Atlanta's largest Caribbean arts festival, CaribFest: Celebrating Caribbean Culture. Tue, 08 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1682397 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1682397 Help Gifts In Kind Atlanta (GIK) implement a new computer system in order to improve their services to nonprofit organizations. Mon, 29 Mar 2004 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1139509 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwatl/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=1139509